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The Affinity Tour: If I was a Windwalker

Hi guys! Over at the Air Awakens Fan Club on Goodreads, we’re having some fun finding out which affinity we are. I also wanted to know what people would do if they actually had that affinity for a day.

Ok, so quick overview. In the world of Air Awakens, there are sorcerers and common people. Among the sorcerers, there are four elemental affinities: Firebearers, Waterrunners, Groundbreakers and –last but certainly not least (we’re the best, yo)– Windwalkers. As you can probably guess, they can control fire, water, ground and air, respectively.

Maybe you know straight away which affinity you have. Maybe you’ve always loved the water, or nothing feels better than walking barefoot through lush green grass. Or maybe you’re not quite sure, in which case, Elise Kova has just the thing for you – this quiz.

I, for one, know I’m a Windwalker, since I’m Actually Vhalla Yarl. Although, I could have a bit of Firebearer in me. But then that’s what Aldrik is for, right?

Now, Air Awakens was the first of a series of books, so I don’t know the full extent of what being a Windwalker means, so I’m going to make a few guesses in my little daydream. What you read now could be what Windwalkers can actually do, or it could be hogwash. You’ll just have to read the books to find out!

I know from Air Awakens that being one of the rare Windwalkers means I can feel the air around me and entice it to do as I want. I can ask the air to carry objects, my body included. Yes, I can bloody well fly. Hello, lifetime of dreams! I can also leave my body and travel where I want unhindered by physical constraints. And let’s not forget the weather; I can cause storms or simply blow the grey clouds away.

If I genuinely had powers for a day, I’d start off by bringing a thunderstorm around. Not so big that it causes major damage to the area, but big enough that I can feel the power in the air, listen to the rain pelting down, watch the flashes of lightning across the sky. I’ve always loved storms! I’d stand outside and relish it, maybe flirt with the wind, dance in the sky.

I’d then see how fast I could fly (of course calming the weather down and bringing the sun out before I abandon Oxford). Could I make it across the channel to the mainland of Europe before lunch, maybe meet up with Iris for a bite? Then, during that afternoon lull, I’d just float around for a bit, maybe heading a bit further south for some warmth.

Of course, I wouldn’t just fly around all day. I’d take the opportunity to head somewhere difficult to visit, maybe the Louvre. I’d park myself somewhere safe and hidden, then take an invisible stroll around the museum, getting up close and personal with the Mona Lisa without having to worry about the crowds. I mean, who’s going to stop me from going straight up to the lady?

While I’m in Paris, I might also head on over to Disneyland. I have this aspiration to visit all the Disney parks, as I’ve so far been to Disneyland and Disney California near LA, as well as Disneyland Tokyo and Disney Sea. I’d just take a few passes over, maybe have a ride or two on Alice’s teacups (my favourite ride) and sample whatever the local snacks might be. (They had the best churros at Disneyland Tokyo.)

Finally, I’d end the night with a slumber party with a few friends. We’d watch a few movies (no worrying about getting up for the remote), and we’d see if they could catch snacks that I’d float around the room, Matilda-style. (I’ve wanted to be like her since I first saw the movie!)

Finally, as we’re dozing off to sleep, I’d bring some more rain in, as the pitter patter sound of raindrops is oh so soothing.

What affinity would you have? Would you be a Windwalker like me? What would you do if you could control an element?

And I have to know… are you a Teacups person or a Space Mountain person? (I just watched the POV video of Space Mountain and feel sick now. I hate the sensation of falling!!!)

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